Key highlights:
- Toyota increases every LandCruiser 70 Series variant price by $1300
- Entry-level WorkMate wagon now starts at $76,900
- Toyota warns NVES could increase light commercial vehicle prices
Toyota has increased prices across its entire LandCruiser 70 Series range by $1300, effective November 1, 2026. The price hike comes just weeks after the automaker warned that Australia’s emissions regulations could make some new vehicles more expensive, particularly light commercial vehicles from 2027.
The increase affects every grade, transmission and body style. The entry-level WorkMate wagon now starts at $76,900 before on-road costs, while the flagship GXL double-cab/chassis automatic reaches $84,800.
Toyota has not confirmed whether the latest price changes bring any equipment upgrades or other changes to the 70 Series.
2026 Toyota LandCruiser 70 Series: New Australian prices
Every LandCruiser 70 Series variant has received the same $1300 increase.
76 Series wagon
| Variant | New price (before on-road costs) |
|---|---|
| WorkMate automatic | $76,900 |
| GXL manual | $79,100 |
| GXL automatic | $81,100 |
78 Series Troop Carrier
| Variant | New price (before on-road costs) |
|---|---|
| WorkMate manual | $78,500 |
| WorkMate automatic | $80,500 |
| GXL manual | $81,800 |
| GXL automatic | $83,800 |
79 Series single-cab/chassis
| Variant | New price (before on-road costs) |
|---|---|
| WorkMate automatic | $78,100 |
| GX automatic | $80,100 |
| GXL automatic | $82,200 |
79 Series double-cab/chassis
| Variant | New price (before on-road costs) |
|---|---|
| WorkMate manual | $78,600 |
| WorkMate automatic | $80,600 |
| GXL manual | $82,800 |
| GXL automatic | $84,800 |
Engine, transmission and drivetrain
Toyota offers the Australian LandCruiser 70 Series with a 2.8-litre, four-cylinder turbo-diesel engine. The automatic transmission produces 500Nm, while manual versions deliver slightly less torque at 450Nm.
| Specification | LC70 automatic variant | LC70 manual variant |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2.8-litre four-cylinder turbo-diesel | 2.8-litre four-cylinder turbo-diesel |
| Power | 150kW | 150kW |
| Torque | 500Nm | 450Nm |
| Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 5-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | Dual-range 4WD | Dual-range 4WD |
Toyota Australia paused orders for manual 70 Series variants earlier this year, leaving automatic versions available, and the company has yet to confirm when it will reopen manual orders.
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Three grades and four body styles
The LandCruiser 70 Series comes in three equipment grades: WorkMate, GX and GXL. Buyers can choose from four body styles:
- 76 Series wagon
- 78 Series Troop Carrier
- 79 Series two-door single-cab/chassis
- 79 Series four-door double-cab/chassis
Toyota restricts the GX grade to the two-door cab/chassis with an automatic transmission.
WorkMate standard equipment
- 16-inch steel wheels with a full-size spare
- LED headlights
- Snorkel
- Vinyl-trimmed seats and door cards
- 6.7-inch touchscreen
- Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity
GX adds
- 16-inch alloy wheels
- Wheel-arch extensions
Toyota only offers this grade with the two-door cab/chassis body and automatic transmission.
GXL adds
- LED fog lights
- Chrome bumpers
- Drip rails
- Cloth seats
- Carpet flooring
Possible updates for Japanese models in 2027
The Australian price increase comes as Toyota prepares potential changes for the Japanese-market 70 Series. Japanese website Creative Trend reported last month that Toyota would update Japanese versions from January 2027, and the reported changes include:
- A 360-degree camera system
- Infotainment system changes
- Removal of the passenger-side rear-view mirror
Toyota Australia has not confirmed whether these changes will reach local models and it has also not announced any equipment changes alongside the Australian price increase.
NVES regulations could push vehicle prices higher
The $1300 increase follows Toyota’s recent warning about the financial impact of Australia’s New Vehicle Efficiency Standard (NVES). Toyota Australia vice president of sales John Pappas told the media last month that emissions regulations could increase prices across some vehicle models.
“The big challenge comes from 2027 when it comes to light commercial vehicles,” Mr Pappas told CarExpert Australia last month.
Toyota supports the NVES but wants the government to consider more realistic emissions targets for light commercial vehicles. Mr Pappas argued that overly ambitious targets could leave Australian customers behind, particularly those who depend on these vehicles for their work.
He said Toyota would consult the government about establishing a more pragmatic, realistic and equitable LCV emissions target that better reflects the Australian market.
Australia introduced the NVES in January 2025. The federal government plans to review the standard and establish its second phase, which is scheduled to begin in 2030.
The upcoming 2027 requirements for light commercial vehicles remain a particular concern for Toyota.
The LandCruiser 70 Series price hike follows another round of Toyota price increases last month. The company raised prices by up to $1000 across the Corolla hatchback range, excluding the flagship GR Corolla.
Despite these increases, Toyota Australia expects to finish 2026 with record sales. At a media briefing last month, the company forecast more than 220,000 vehicle sales for the full year, with expectations of strong results during the final three months.
That result would keep Toyota at the top of Australia’s new-vehicle sales charts for the 24th consecutive year.
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